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Key Points: Mars is using gene-editing CRISPR technology from Pairwise to enhance cocoa plants and combat climate challenges and disease pressure in the chocolate industry. The global cocoa shortage has led to significant price increases for chocolate, prompting companies like…

Exciting news in the beverage industry as Generous Brands announces the acquisition of popular kombucha brand Health-Ade for a whopping $500 million. Health-Ade has quickly become a favorite among consumers, with its fermented fizzy tea offering probiotics and immune-boosting antioxidants…

Leftovers is our look at a few of the product ideas popping up everywhere. Some are intriguing, some sound amazing, and some are the kinds of ideas we would never dream of. We can’t write about everything that we get…

Texas’ attorney general is currently investigating Mars, the maker of M&M’s and Skittles, for allegedly failing to uphold their promise made in 2016 to remove artificial colors from their food products. Attorney General Ken Paxton has stated that Mars decided…

Dive Brief: Ferrero, known for its iconic brands like Nutella, Ferrero Rocher, and Tic Tacs, has been expanding its portfolio through strategic acquisitions to connect with consumers across different eating occasions. Dive Insight: In 2018, Ferrero acquired Nestlé’s U.S. chocolate…

Dive Brief: Del Monte Foods has filed for bankruptcy and is actively seeking a buyer for its longstanding 139-year-old business, citing challenges in a rapidly changing economic landscape. CEO Greg Longstreet acknowledged the difficulties faced by the iconic canned fruit…

Summary: Jana has been urging Lamb Weston to make operational changes and consider a sale, following its partnership with Continental Grain. They criticized the company’s leadership decisions, especially appointing an insider as CEO. Despite this, a sale seems unlikely now,…

Introducing Kanzen Meal: Nissin’s Venture into Nutrient-Dense Frozen Foods Nissin Foods, renowned for its instant ramen cups, is breaking into the frozen food market with a new offering catered to GLP-1 users and health-conscious consumers seeking nutrient-rich meals. Kanzen Meal…

Key Points: J.M. Smucker has announced plans to remove artificial colors from its consumer food products by the end of 2027, following the trend set by other major food companies. The transition to natural colors will affect products such as…

Chobani has announced its acquisition of plant-based food maker Daily Harvest, expanding its range of ready-to-make meals. The terms of the deal have not been disclosed. Daily Harvest, founded ten years ago, was one of the pioneers in delivering clean,…